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Stovetop Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Barbara
An easy to prepare, one skillet, 20 minute meal, the whole family will enjoy.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • large skillet with lid

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups cooked chicken breast meat, shredded
  • ½ tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • 10 oz red enchilada sauce
  • cup salsa
  • cup water
  • 8 (5 inch) corn tortillas, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • sour cream, to serve
  • sliced green onion, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Spread out cooked, shredded chicken in a large skillet.
  • Sprinkle cumin and oregano over the chicken.
  • Pour in the enchilada sauce, water and salsa. Stir to combine well.
  • Set heat to medium and cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture comes to a simmer and the sauce thickens up a bit.
  • Stir in the corn tortilla strips. Continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
  • Top chicken mixture with a layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Cover pan and reduce heat to low setting.
  • Cook for 3-4 minutes until cheese is melted and chicken mixture is heated through.
  • Top each serving with a generous dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of sliced green onions.
Keyword cheddar cheese, chicken, tortillas